Overnight Personal Assistant (For 2 Fun-Loving Women with Disabilities)
Location: US, OR, Milwaukie
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Entry level
Required education: High School or equivalent
Industry: Civic & Social Organization
Function: Health Care Provider

Company profile:
United Cerebral Palsy of Oregon &amp; SW Washington (UCP) supports adults with all kinds of developmental disabilities (not just cerebral palsy), so that they can live the life of their dreams.We're growing, so you will see lots of exciting job openings in the next few months!WHY WORK FOR UCP?As an employee of UCP, you'll be proud of the work you do, every day! Our employees assist the people we support to live independently in their own homes and apartments, find and keep their dream jobs, make community connections, serve as their own advocates, and make their own choices. You'll get the chance to work for one of the 100 Best Non-Profit Employers in Oregon. We're fun and flexible, and there's plenty of room for advancement and growth.

Job description:
Are you looking for overnight work and the chance to make a real difference? Then United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) might have the perfect job for you!We are currently seeking a Full-Time Personal Assistant who will provide in-home support to two fun-loving and independent women who experience disabilities, assisting them to live in their own homes and pursue the life of their dreams. This is a great job for students, because you’ll get to make a big difference, and will be paid to sleep (however, you will need to get up in the night 1-2 times per week on average). Please note that female applicants are strongly preferred.You will spend two nights a week supporting a woman who lives in her own house in Milwaukie. She has a great sense of humor and is very independent, and needs some assistance as she showers, takes medications, and eats.You will spend one night a week supporting a woman who lives in her own apartment in Milwaukie. She has a sassy sense of humor and lots of interests. She experiences dementia and balance issues, but does many of the tasks of daily living independently. She needs a little help with personal care and assistance to prevent falls. HOURS (40 per week):8pm on Tuesday to 8am on Wednesday; 6pm on Wednesday to 8am on Thursday; 6pm on Thursday to 8am on Friday.Any holidays that fall during your regularly scheduled shifts. TO APPLY:Send a resume and cover letter via this webpage.No calls, please.UCP is an equal opportunity employer, and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. ABOUT UCP:United Cerebral Palsy of Oregon &amp; SW Washington (UCP) was recently ranked as one of the 100 Best Non-Profit Employers in Oregon.We support adults with all kinds of developmental disabilities, so that they can live, work and play independently.Find out more about us at: #URL_2b35257099321dacb52af707d4a6bdf5dd187d81d6bfd24398f0e5b68a6727a7#.

Requirements:
High school diploma or GED.At least 18 years old.Must pass a physical with a lifting test of 75lbs, drug screen, reference check, and criminal history background check.Experience in developmental disabilities and/or mental health preferred, but not required.

Benefits:
$9.47/hour, 5% increase to $9.95/hour after successful 90-day Trial Service Period.Great medical, alternative, and vision benefits for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.Generous paid time off.Holiday pay (double pay for the first 10 hours of any holiday shift).401k plan with up to 3% company match.Paid mileage.On-going, and fully paid training.